Accounting Manager, Freight
One of the leading transporters is seeking a Freight Accounting Manager! This position will be highly visible and offer you an extremely diverse accounting role! Our client has a business casual environment and focuses on teamwork, associate development, and training.
Job Description
The Freight Accounting Mgr supports contract logistics customers and is responsible for effective management of accounts payable, accounts receivable, claims resolution, and other administrative tasks.
? Ensure accurate and timely processing of carrier freight invoices and principal invoices, in accordance with site expectations and customer terms
? Manage the reconciliation of accounts payable and accounts receivable for each invoicing run and for the overall monthly P&L statements
? Responsible for maintaining accounts receivable within the accepted levels as provided from the general transportation manager
? Coordinate timely and effective resolution of claims that satisfies company, client, and carrier expectations
? Direct and monitor the daily activities and functions for freight accounting coordinators
? Coordinate and support compliance with company?s financial processes, including P&L management, forecasting, budgeting, and auditing procedures
? Communicate with corporate accounts payable and accounts receivable associates as needed
? Train associates in all facets of the freight accounting systems to prepare them for advancement, and coordinate participation in cross training programs with freight operations
? Assist the freight accounting coordinators with carrier inquiries regarding past due payments, payment applications, payment schedule, billing errors, credit balances, and other general accounting topics
? Provide customer support to principals and operations, as needed, including resolving customer invoicing issues/exceptions, providing vendor numbers, answering questions/issues, etc
? Identify, coordinate, and support the development and completion of continuous improvement opportunities within freight accounting and operations
? Develop and lead benchmarking studies of freight accounting activities, including A/P and claims resolution
? Participate as key member of start-up team with emphasis on project management, systems requirements and integration, and work process development
Job Requirements
2 - 5 Years Supervisory/Mgmt Experience1 ? 3 years prior supervisory experience with billing, accounts receivable/payable, preferably in a transportation settingBachelor?s Degree in supply chain related discipline or accounting related experienceStrong Organizational skillsExcellent communication skills, both oral and writtenExcellent interpersonal skillsProficient with Microsoft packages, including Excel, Powerpoint, Word, and AccessThorough understanding of characteristics and pricing structures by mode, including over-the-road (TL, LTL, Pool, Parcel, etc.), rail, and air servicesFamiliarity with transportation management software Previous P&L Mgmt Experience
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